BMX New York

Weekly Prospect Park Wednesday Morning Ride

Every Wednesday! Anyone looking for inspiration and community for your morning ride? Let's ride the Prospect Park Loop with a pack of Bromptons. We'll ride two times around Prospect Park. Afterwards, we'll have lattes, croissants and conversation at a bakery cafe 4 blocks from the park (or zoom off to work if your time is limited). This is intended as a short and sweet ride before your morning commute and people typically depart the cafe around 9-9:30am. You can view the route on [Ride with GPS](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46497135) *We stick to our departure time: 7:35am* *As a morning ride, we need to ensure a consistent start time so people can plan around it for their work day. Thus, we'll unfold and ride at 7:35am. If you are running late, please post in the comments and we'll meet you for the second loop.* Happy Riding! BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following: 1. I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I further acknowledge that the ride-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ("Risks"); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride-out, the conditions in which the ride-out takes place, or the negligence of others; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; (d) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle, event organizers, ride leaders, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride-out. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

Urban Athletics: Bike the NYC Bridges by Night

The other night I was on my bike riding around town and was struck by how dramatically the vibe of the city changes once the sun sets. People get out on their cycles and enjoy this town during the day but most of us put them away when the evening comes. That's like ordering a slice of pizza, throwing away the cheese and only eating the crust -- you're only getting half of what makes the experience great. **The plan...** We are going to take a nighttime tour of the East River bridges, we'll wheel through three boroughs and cross over five spans -- the Queensboro, Pulaski, Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn bridges. This ride will highlight the stunning vistas only viewable from our water crossings and take in different views of the sparkling nighttime Manhattan skyline. If there was ever a time to go through the hassle of carrying your camera with you, this will be it. **The important stuff...** • This is going to be a casually-paced ride of about 17 miles. Most of the ride will take place in bike lanes but there will be parts with some automobile congestion. You must be comfortable riding in a group and in traffic. Lights and reflectors for your bike are also REQUIRED by law. **Helmets are mandatory otherwise you will not be allowed to ride with the group.** • This is a night ride so dress to be seen by motorists and pedestrians -- bright or reflective clothing is a must. • Make sure your bike is in good working order before the meetup and bring a lock in case we need to leave our cycles. Also bring a patch repair kit, air pump, and spare inner tube. • Rain cancels the meetup. Here is the map of the ride: TO COME

Beginners Skate: Randall's Island

Meet on Randall's Island at bus stop "Main Roadway/Icahn Stadium." How to get there: Take the 6 train to 125th St stop. Walk to M35 bus stop at Lexington Avenue and 125th St. (right by the subway). Take M35 bus to "Main Roadway/Icahn Stadium" stop (5 stops). **Note: This is a beginner event but not an absolute beginner event. You should at least be able to stand on skates, move from one place to another, and brake (not T-stop necessarily, but at least plow stop). If you cannot do these things, please do not attend. If you do, you will be endangering not only yourself but also those around you. We will be going slow on inclines/in general.** NYC Rollerbladers operates free of charge. We do encourage donations via the Pledge widget to help us cover the cost of operating on Meetup ($300/year).

Beginners Street Skating

Starting to rollerblade on the street amongst the cars can be intimidating. Some have found Wednesday Night Skate to be appealing but are not yet ready for those speeds. This will be a slow-paced 3-mile 4-5 mph skate from Pier 76 to Skater's Circle in Central Park for those who don't have experience skating in the street. We will not be returning to the pier as a group. **Note: This is a beginner event but not an absolute beginner event. You should at least be able to stand on skates, move from one place to another, and brake (not T-stop necessarily, but at least plow stop). If you cannot do these things, please do not attend. If you do, you will be endangering not only yourself but also those around you. We will be going slow on inclines/in general.** NYC Rollerbladers operates free of charge. We do encourage donations via the Pledge widget to help us cover the cost of operating on Meetup ($300/year).

Empire Skate Club Bonfire Skate [Intermediate/Advanced]

Postponed to June 6th, join the Empire Skate Club as we celebrate the start of skating season with a skate to Coney Island capped off with a bon fire on the beach. We'll be meeting at Skaters Circle in Central Park at 5pm and rolling at 6pm. Expect anywhere from 15 to 25 miles of skating depending on how we are doing on timing. Once we get to Coney Island we're gonna set up a bonfire on the beach for chill hangs into the night. You may want to have a change of shoes, a beach blanket, and maybe a hoodie on hand. The skate will go over a bridge and will have a number of hills. Get in touch if you want to join us mid route or just for the bon fire at the end. Alternative meetup locations: Union Square South 6:20PM Concord Market in Brooklyn *91 Tillary St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 6:45PM* Stillwell ave Train station in Coney Island 8:30PM Additional meetup opportunities will need to be discussed in real time the day of the event depending on the route we end up taking. You can contact the empire skate club by searching for them on instagram.

26th Anniversary Ride (Manhattan)

It's a free event and only heavy rain can stop us! Dear North American mammals, it's time to do our 26th anniversary ride! This time we will pedal through Manhattan. After the ride every participant will receive a complimentary gift. This is NOT a loop ride! June 6 (Saturday) Starts at: **09:00 AM** Starting point: in front of **East 34th Street Ferry terminal** [https://goo.gl/maps/wgVREdm6iQRGw7AB6](https://goo.gl/maps/wgVREdm6iQRGw7AB6) Endpoint: Columbus Circle [https://goo.gl/maps/Vjy84udL2AegZ5Yh8](https://goo.gl/maps/Vjy84udL2AegZ5Yh8) Map: [) Google map: [https://goo.gl/maps/AsuMcnbjkuqWAsNu7](https://goo.gl/maps/AsuMcnbjkuqWAsNu7) Total distance: **17 miles** (100 min ride) Average speed: **11mph** Elevation: 308ft We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions. FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) **IG: [https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties](https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties)** Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree) Whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im) This is not a foodie meetup so NO food stops on the whole trail. Please come prepared for the ride. Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 LINE: cozmo31 [https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809](https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809) Disclaimer of liability: By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. We cannot guarantee the space for latecomers.

Saddle River Parks & Wallington

**DATE: Sunday June 14** **Location: Saddle River Park in Parking Lot** **Off Railroad Avenue, Rochelle Park, NJ** **Meet: 10:30am Leave Promptly: 11am** **Part 1: 15 miles mostly on trails connecting 5** **beautiful parks, will end around 2:30pm** **Part 2: 11 miles optional additional on streets** **from 2:30 to 4:15pm for more advanced skaters** **After: several food options less than a mile away** **Bus NJ Transit from NYC (if not driving):** **Port Authority on 42nd St - Bus #164 (39 mins)** **Leaves 9:48 to Saddle River Rd @ Rt 80 Ramp** **Arrives at 10:27 then 2-minute skate to Park** **(South on Saddle River Rd to Railroad Ave)** **Return Bus #164–leave @2:59,3:59,4:59,5:59,6:59pm** **from Saddle River Rd @ Sterling Place**

NYC-ADV Monthly Mixer /// 1st Thursdays

Prospect Park Brompton Ride + Yoga + Moonlight Picnic

Anyone looking for inspiration and community for your wellness practice? Let's ride the Prospect Park Loop with a friendly group of Bromptons and enjoy free yoga in the beautiful Long Meadow. **Meet (6:15pm)** Meet us at the park entrance across from Grand Army Plaza at 6:15pm. **Brompton Ride (6:30 pm)** This is a chill ride. We'll do one loop around the park at moderate speed, ending at Prospect Park's Long Meadow for free yoga. View the Brompton route at this link: [Ride with GPS](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46497135) **Free Yoga (7:00 pm)** Prospect Park Alliance presents free, outdoor yoga on the Long Meadow in a low-pressure, beautiful environment with hundreds of New Yorkers. You can read more and sign up for yoga on the [Prospect Park Yoga](https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/things-to-do/yoga-park/) official site. **Moonlight Picnic (8:00 pm)** After yoga we'll set up a picnic in Long Meadow. Please bring a blanket, beverage, and snacks to share. Sunset is at 8:30 and there will be a beautiful sliver of a moon. **What to Bring** * Picnic blanket, beverage, and snacks to share * Yoga mat (or towel) * The ride ends after dark. Please ensure you have a fully charged head lamp and rear lamp. **Important Notes** * Please sign up *in advance* for free yoga via the [Prospect Park Yoga](https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/things-to-do/yoga-park/) official site. (You only need to do this once per summer.) * We depart on the ride at exactly 6:30pm - this is to ensure we're on time for yoga. If you're running late, you can meet us at Long Meadow. * Prospect Park restroom opening times are inconsistent - they will likely be closed. Please plan accordingly and use the bathroom before arrival. * Free yoga is provided by Prospect Park and anyone can sign up (i.e. no need to join this meetup unless you're joining the ride and picnic.) **Weather and Cancellation** We'll cancel the ride if the weather looks rainy, or the ground is wet from prior downpours. It's no fun to do yoga or picnics on wet grass! We'll announce any cancellations by noon the day of the ride. Our Community Rules: 1. Helmets are required. Lights are required if riding in darkness. 2. No one gets left behind! 3. Be kind and encourage others. 4. Welcome new experiences and people. 5. This space is for gathering, not for selling. 6. Be honest about your ability to participate BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following: 1. I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I further acknowledge that the ride-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ("Risks"); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride-out, the conditions in which the ride-out takes place, or the negligence of others; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; (d) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle, event organizers, ride leaders, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride-out. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

Short ride (Brooklyn)

This is Free event and Only rain can stop us! On June 12 (Friday) we are planning to cycle from Coney Island to a Bay ridge and back. This is one of the easiest rides of our group. It will be a nice friendly ride on asphalt with approx. Starts: 6:30 PM Start/End point: **Shorefront YM-YWHA** (3300 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn) [https://goo.gl/maps/6VK8oCTRmPgWQXUp8](https://goo.gl/maps/6VK8oCTRmPgWQXUp8) Total distance: 16mi (25km) Average speed: **10 mph** Total Elevation: 30ft About 110min ride Map: [) FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) IG: [https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties](https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties) **Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree)** Whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im) This is not a foodie meetup so NO food stops on the whole trail. Please come prepared for the ride. Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 LINE: cozmo31 [https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809](https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809) Disclaimer of liability: By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. We cannot guarantee the space for latecomers.

Ride via ferry along BOTH sides of the Hudson River south from 158 Street

Bike Ride: DOWNTOWN THROUGH BROOKLYN TO RIIS PARK BEACH